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COLLEGE AND CAREER NEWSLETTER

DECEMBER 2023

COLLEGE AND CAREER NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2023
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Sigmund Foundation Scholarship for tuition for college or trades!
The Sigmund Foundation is gearing up for another round of scholarships for Jackson and Lenawee students. Starting on January 1, 2024, students can apply for $5,000 to assist with their college or trades tuition.

Jackson Commercial Contractors Association Scholarship

Jackson Commercial Contractors Association is awarding five $1,000 scholarships for senior students interested in a construction-related career. Attached is link to the online JCCA scholarship form.

DEADLINE: The deadline is March 21st.

Children of Veterans Tuition Grant

Children of Veterans Tuition Grant

The Children of Veterans Tuition Grant provides undergraduate tuition assistance to students older than 16 and less than 26 years of age who are the natural or adopted child of a Michigan veteran. The veteran must have died or became totally and permanently disabled as a result of military service.

Children of Veterans Tuition Grant (michigan.gov)

CMU Scholarships

CMU Chippewas are all about community, and joining a community can literally pay off for your students.

Applications are now open for the Leader Advancement Scholarship, the Lloyd M. Cofer Scholarship, and the Multicultural Advancement Scholarship. The first step is applying for admission.

After submitting an application for admission, eligible students will gain access to the following scholarship applications.

Applications are due January 15.

Central Michigan University
Office of Admissions
cmuadmissions@cmich.edu
989-774-3076

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY!

We have eight new Michigan scholarships available for Northwest High School students, totaling $11,000 in award funds!

Students can access them directly: https://www.nwschools.org/NWHS.

Below are the basic details for each scholarship and where students can apply.

Stiger Technical Scholarship


Dr. William and Jo Sherwood Family Scholarship


Boddu/Nekkanti Dance Scholarship Fund


Go Blue Crew Scholarship


Elijah Holt Kindness Scholarship


Mickey Hamilton Memorial Scholarship

  • Amount: $1,000 (2 winners, $500 each)
  • Eligibility: Any high school student in Michigan who has played at least one season of a varsity level sport and plans to become an elementary or high school teacher may apply for this scholarship.
  • Application Deadline: May 1, 2024
  • Scholarship link: https://bold.org/scholarships/mickey-hamilton-memorial-scholarship/


Hopke Foundation Scholarship


Samantha S. Roberts Memorial Scholarship

JOB SHADOW INFORMATION!!!

This year, Northwest High School, working with Junior Achievement, will offer a job shadow experience to ALL 10th grade students! Job shadowing is an activity designed to provide participants the answer to the commonly asked question, “Why do I have to learn this?” Our goal is that all NWHS participants “shadow” workplace mentors as they go through a normal day on the job. All participants are invited to see firsthand how the skills learned in school relate to the workplace.


Job shadowing is an academically motivating educational activity dedicated to giving kids an up close look at the world of work. This gives young people an occasion to explore a career interest and the chance to see how the skills learned in school relate to the workplace. This is why job shadowing is an integral part of our high school program. Transportation will be provided for all 10th grade students, and this year’s event is scheduled for Feb. 13 and 15.. Juniors and Seniors are also invited to sign up for a job shadow which will be scheduled after the new year. Upperclassmen will need to provide their own transportation and will be scheduled individually.


Students will be able to select their area of interest on our Job Shadow Form which we will use to schedule student visits with area businesses. 10th grade students will complete the form in Focus time, and other interested students can fill it out at their convenience. We will also be using the career and pathway information they have entered in Xello while completing their EDP. More information will be once we gather the students’ interest areas this week and schedule the job shadow visits.

We will be sending out the required parent permission forms to students next week so this would be a great time to have a discussion with your student about possible future career plans:) We hope you find job shadowing to be a productive experience! Please email or call me if you have any questions or concerns. HERE IS THE PARENT PERMISSION FORM THAT MUST BE RETURNED AS SOON. AS POSSIBLE. The forms are required before we can schedule your student with a Job Shadow experience.
Hagan Scholarship Foundation
"Helping students with financial need, graduate college debt-free"
The Hagan Scholarship provides up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters

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2% COLLEGE LOANS

FOR

JACKSON COUNTY RESIDENTS

Jackson County Student Anti-Racism Coalition Looking for Student Ambassadors

The Jackson County Student Anti-Racism Coalition is looking for student leaders to create a cohort of student ambassadors for social justice. We are looking for students who are:
Passionate about social justice, Eager to learn and grow, Willing to share their leadership skills

We want it to be fun and engaging, while offering leadership opportunities as we explore DEI (Diversity, E

quity, and Inclusion).

If you are interested in becoming a student ambassador, please fill out this form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScaNszAZlQAcWovsljjNrKzjHshN6JqtKvQjgGAHb9hwCsauw/viewform

SCHOLARHSHIPS!

Below are the basic details for each scholarship and where students can apply.

Dr. William and Jo Sherwood Family Scholarship

Hopke Foundation Scholarship

Go Blue Crew Scholarship

  • Amount: $500
  • Application deadline: March 15
  • Eligibility: Any high school juniors and seniors are eligible to apply if they have a GPA of 3.5 or higher and attend one of the following Michigan high schools: Hudson High School, Saginaw Nouvel Catholic Central High School, or South Lyon High School.
  • Link to apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/go-blue-crew-scholarship/

Samantha S. Roberts Memorial Scholarship

Maida Brkanovic Memorial Scholarship

Joanne Pransky Celebration of Women in Robotics

Cat Zingano Overcoming Loss Scholarship

  • Amount: $10,000
  • Application deadline: July 20
  • Eligibility: Any student who is fighting through their own loss of a close family member, legal guardian or loved one, and is in need of financial support for their education as they move forward.
  • Link to apply: https://bold.org/scholarships/cat-zingano-scholarship/

Thank You Community Partners!

We are thrilled to acknowledge and express our deepest gratitude to two esteemed partners, Sproat Farm Realty and Johnson Sign, for their unwavering support and sponsorship of our Dave Ramsey Foundations in Personal Finance and Foundations in Entrepreneurship curriculum. Over the last two years, their generous contributions have impacted the lives of over 200 eager learners at Northwest High School, preparing them for a prosperous and financially sound future.

Sproat Farm Realty and Johnson Sign have played a pivotal role in fostering financial literacy and entrepreneurial spirit within our student community. Through their sponsorship, we have been able to offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers essential personal finance principles and entrepreneurial foundations. This curriculum equips our students with critical life skills that will guide them in making wise financial decisions and pursuing entrepreneurial endeavors.

The Dave Ramsey Foundations in Personal Finance curriculum has empowered our students to understand the importance of budgeting, saving, investing, and managing their finances responsibly. On the other hand, the Foundations in Entrepreneurship curriculum has encouraged creative thinking, problem-solving, and risk-taking—essential qualities for budding entrepreneurs. Last year, two of our teams brought home cash awards from the Junior Achievement CEO Challenge competition in March to give them a start on their savings for future endeavors. We look forward to seeing student ideas for this year!

Through their generous support, Sproat Farm Realty and Johnson Sign have demonstrated their commitment to education and community development. They have exemplified the value of investing in the education of our youth and empowering them to shape a bright and promising future.

The impact of this partnership goes beyond the classroom, reaching into the lives of our students and, ultimately, into the fabric of our community. We are immensely grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such dedicated and forward-thinking organizations.

Thank you, Sproat Farm Realty and Johnson Sign, for your enduring commitment to our students and their future success. Your sponsorship has been transformative, and we look forward to continuing this journey of empowerment and growth together.
College Applications!

Scholarship

We have a new $1,000 scholarship available for Northwest High School students! We would appreciate it if you could share it with students on your scholarship/financial aid page so students can access and apply for it directly: https://www.nwschools.org/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleinstanceid=40&dataid=112&FileName=Student%20Scholorship%20and%20Grants.pdf

Here are the basic details for the scholarship and where students can apply. This scholarship is annual and will accept new applications each year:

HeySunday’s Annual Eco-Warrior Scholarship

  • Amount: $1,000

  • Application deadline: December 1

  • Eligibility: Open to all high school senior, undergraduate or graduate students. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident.

  • Where to apply: Interested students can apply here

  • Recurring: Annually, with the deadline on December 1 each year

Please let me know if you have any questions and we hope your students find this scholarship helpful as they pursue their education! If you have any questions, please reach out to me via email or give me a call at 385-414-3388.

Thanks!

Morgen


Morgen Henderson

Scholarship Coordinator

morgen@scholarshipinstitute.net

(385) 414-3388

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DETAILS ARE UPDATED AS OPPORTUNITIES ARE POSTED!!

Amanda J. Mierzwa Memorial Scholarship

We are pleased to announce that we are once again seeking applicants for the Amanda J. Mierzwa Memorial Scholarship, established in 2017 in honor of our beloved daughter who passed away from cancer at age 34. One or more scholarships are awarded annually to a female graduate of a Jackson County high school who is majoring (or will major) in a STEM field at the University of Michigan--Ann Arbor. A total of 46 scholarships worth nearly $50,000 have been awarded since inception. Mountie grad Olivia Lamb is currently on scholarship.


If you know of any eligible current or former students from your district, please make them aware of this scholarship and urge them to apply by no later than May 31st.


More information about Amanda, the scholarship, and the application form can be found here: http://charitysmith.org/memorial-funds/amanda-mierzwa/

Hagan Scholarship Foundation

Please see Mrs. Watts if you are qualified and interested in this scholarship


Hagan Scholarship Foundation

LAMMERS HEATING & COOLING SCHOLARSHIP FOR THE TRADES
This Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to high school seniors who will undergo further education to pursue a career in the trades. The one-time scholarship of $1,000 can be used for tuition, books and related fees.
Horatio Alger Association College Scholarships
Horatio Alger Scholarship Application Information
American Legion Youth Leadership Programs/Scholarships
Leadership Programs and Scholarships-Pg 1
Six Great Options for Finding Scholarships
Sign up for Going Merry (https://www.goingmerry.com) -- it’s free! Going Merry has thousands of scholarships. Opportunities for every grade level, from freshmen to seniors.

To sign up, go to: https://app.goingmerry.com/sign-up#students

Scholarship application tips

When applying for donor-funded private scholarships ...

  • Apply close to home:local community foundations and the colleges that have admitted students have fewer applicants than national search engines and your students are a better candidate for their awards.
  • Plan ahead: ask for letters of recommendation and write essays before your students need them. Tell students to mark their calendar with deadlines now for the next three years so that they remember to apply every year!
  • Letters of Recommendation: Students should ask someone who has seen them overcome an obstacle or struggle to earn a good grade to write the letter. That recommender can tell a story of achievement and perseverance that reviewers will appreciate more.
  • Essays: Topics vary, but the majority boil down to this, “Why am I deserving?” and one well-written paragraph on each of the following will go a long way to answering that question:
    • Academic achievements and awards
    • Extracurricular involvement
    • Examples of service and leadership
    • Unique obstacles that the student has overcome
  • Students should not be afraid to sing their own praises; this is not the time for modesty! Once their essay is written, save it and recycle it for multiple scholarships. Then, update it each year with new examples!

John George Loan Available

NEED TO BORROW MONEY FOR COLLEGE?

2% COLLEGE LOANS

FOR

JACKSON COUNTY RESIDENTS OR THOSE

ATTENDING JACKSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOLS

INCLUDING JACKSON COUNTY HOMESCHOOLERS


Applications are available from 1 October through 1 May and may be downloaded from our website at www.johngeorge.org or by visiting our office at 145 South Jackson Street, Jackson, Michigan (corner of South Jackson and Cortland Street). Applications are due back into our office by mail or in person no later than 1 May. Applications received after

1 May will be considered on a funds available basis.

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